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Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bloomfield, IA
  • Place, Davis County Historical Society Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Fisher Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridge View Center
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Studio Apartment

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

No extra cleaning fees! :)
Relax in the charming Steckel carriage house, complete with fresh flower bouquet. It contains a second floor studio apartment with a king ,full, and twin size bed. Settle down with the Victrola record player and a fun selection of vintage records.

There is a small, fully functional Kitchen. The fridge is stocked with water bottles, yogurt and my homemade granola.

There is Smart TV plus an office area with monitors, a printer, 2 office chairs, and Wi-Fi.

There is a children’s play area with books and toys. A pack-n-play crib is available. We also have a large playground close by for our own children that is available for you upon request.

The bathroom and dressing/makeup room is on the first floor.
No PETS.
There is central heating and air.

Linens are washed and dried with All - free and clear laundry soap and dryer sheets to protect those with sensitive skin.

Please be advised that this building is over 100 years old. Light switches are in creative places. :) It is not wheelchair accessible. Please do not book if you have trouble going up steps.

The nature-themed apartment complements the landscaping and numerous songbirds it is surrounded by in the summertime. Outside is an outdoor sitting area, with a locally made bistro table and two chairs.

W.J. and Belle Steckel built the carriage house, in addition to their house, in 1910. It included living quarters for the groundskeeper/chauffeur. The apartment has been kept up-to-date by later owners.

Bloomfield is a unique small town, surrounded by farms. There are old-fashioned stores, a coffee/flower shop, stately Carnegie library, and hiking/fishing/hunting opportunities in the area.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The fireplace technician advised against fires in the fireplace. Thank you.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bloomfield

Located in Bloomfield, this apartment is in a rural area. Davis County Historical Society Museum and American Gothic House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Market on Main and Quincy Place Mall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bloomfield, IA

What's nearby

  • Davis County Historical Society Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Fisher Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bridge View Center - 32 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Lacey-Keosauqua State Park - 44 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Lake Rathbun Area - 58 min drive - 71.2 km

Getting around

  • Ottumwa Station - 23 min drive
  • Burlington, IA (BRL-Southeast Iowa Regional) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Slicks Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rancho Centinela Mexican - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping?

As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping on 28 Mar, 2026 start from S$128, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Davis County Historical Society Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Fisher Park and McGowen Recreation and Wildlife Area. Pioneer Ridge Nature Area and Nature Center and Lake Wapello State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Unique, cozy space. Clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My second time staying at the Steckel carriage house and will look to stay there again when I am back in the Bloomfield area. Highly recommend to any family or couple visiting in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect place to get away to. Quiet town, neighborhood to walk in, and a coffee shop/bookstore within walking distance. The place was unique and cozy and we enjoyed the homemade granola and the bonus of homemade brownies when we got there. We did notice that there were no microwaveable dishes (though there is a small microwave) so if you plan to microwave, bring a dish. We just reheated our food on the stove.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, unique carriage house is a fun place. The granola was outstanding! Erica is a great host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our weekend stay. Everything was as described in listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri and Charlie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming carriage house with plenty of comfortable space for 3 adults. Erica was very responsive to any questions and messages. Erica went beyond expectations in making this a comfortable place to stay, including extra special touches that were very appreciated! She even offered to restock any supplies and launder towels. Top Notch Host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved our stay. Very unique place. Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our time here! There were special touches that made it even better, including the homemade granola and the record player!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2023
Thank you, Shari! You all were awesome guests! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piper S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Very much enjoyed our stay . Really loved the homemade granola and all the nice touches. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Really enjoyed my stay and the facilities are very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2022
Thank you for the great review! We hope you have a great rest-of-your-hunting season. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly people and easy to work with. Highly recommended them!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Very nice property and location. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janetta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique

Great place to land for a few days! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Nice relaxing place to stay. Had everything you need to enhance your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay with some history

I grew up in the Bloomfield and always walked past the bu
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was very clean and all needs covered. We especially enjoyed the hospitality and visiting with the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the quaint spaces in the Steckel Carriage House! Our family had a great stay here. The hosts were very hospitable, the space was very clean and had a home-like feel. Would love to stay here again! Thank you for the homemade granola 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely gem in Bloomfield!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and unique carriage house! It was the perfect retreat for our family of four. Cozy, comfortable, and full of thoughtful touches. The fresh flowers, stocked yogurt, and granola made us feel right at home.We truly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meleia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The homemade granola was a delicious bonus to the stay!

Erica was very helpful with all questions and inquires.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eloise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

visiting family

We were very pleased with the facility and it had everything we needed for our over night stay. The furniture and bed were very comfortable as it gave us time to relax before the family festivities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2023
Thank you! We are so glad that the carriage house was relaxing and comfortable for ya'all.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Utterly Charming

We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight in the historic carriage house. The spacious layout exuded warmth and charm. We would love to return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure to host you all. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very neat and clean. There were other extra touches that added to the stay - flowers and homemade chocolate candy on the table! Host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful charm

Cozy, and comfortable. Walk to restaurants and shops of charming midwestern town. Highly recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2022
Thanks for a great review! You're right, Bloomfield is charming and hospitable. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming, Cozy, and Historic

The historic Steckel carriage house was one of the most delightful places we have ever stayed during our many travels. It was exactly as advertised and then some. Our hosts were so thoughtful and we really enjoyed the coffee station and delicious homemade granola! The beds were super comfy and the office area setup was perfect for getting a little work done while on vacation. We HIGHLY recommend the Steckel carriage house when you are in the Bloomfield area!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Erica Good

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My husband, children, and I love hosting guests in our carriage house. Please enjoy! :)

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